Suggested Level of Knowlege: Detailed
LOs
BT_SQ 1.10 Describe the supply of medical gases (bulk supply and cylinder) and features to ensure supply safety including pressure valves and regulators and connection systems
BT_SQ 1.11 Describe how medical suction is generated and how to set up and test suction systems, both fixed and portable
Past SAQs
2016.2 Describe how the oxygen Vacuum Insulated Evaporator works.
1999.2 Briefly describe the preparation of oxygen for medical use. List the physical properties of oxygen. Outline the potential adverse effects associated with its medical use.
References
If you can find a copy, Equipment for Anaesthesia and Intensive Care by John Russell is a good reference. Dr Russell kindly gave permission to upload his chapter on bulk gas storage.
Magee & Tooley has a couple of pages in Chapter 22.
Ward has a description in Chapter 1.
Al-Shaik & Stacey has a little bit in Chapter 1.
There are some photos at the links below
Storage & Supply